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1 CALL FOR PAPERS THE 2 nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Main Organizers: In Collaboration with: Sub Themes: JULY 2018 KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE MALAYSIA THEME: GLOBAL OUTLOOK OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Sustainable Technology and Innovation Globalisation and Industrial Development Women and Sustainable Community Women Empowerment Deadline for Submission of Abstract: 15 Nov 2017 End of Early Bird Registration 30 MAR 2018 Registration (Normal) 1 APRIL 2018 Abstracts of words must be submitted in MS Word format by to: wiset2018@gmail.com For more information, visit: or contact (Ms Valli /Ms Janet) 1

2 INTRODUCTION Statistics in recent years have shown that there is indeed an increase in the number of female students enrolled in Science, Engineering and Technology courses at the universities. Nevertheless, the number of Women Scientists, Engineers and Technologists at the top management decision-making level at government sector and private companies is still significantly low. This phenomenon occurs in almost all countries worldwide including Malaysia. The 1 st WiSET was been successfully organized in year 2012, with the aim to identifying the challenges faced by women in science, engineering and technology (SET) ; has address the issues relating to Women in SET and sharing perspectives in devising strategies to address the imbalance of women participation in SET as to create opportunities upon which to build the future. For WiSET2018, the objectives are: To engage, inspire and build next generation women in Science, Engineering and Technology; To empower women in Science, Engineering and Technology through entrepreneurship To energize future leaders and build excitement in STEM fields To promote globalization and integration amongst women in Science, Engineering and Technology The anticipated participants of this conference would be Professionals with the career as Scientists, Engineers and Technologists. At this conference, inspiring experiences and the secret to success among Scientists, Engineers and Technologists will be shared. It would indeed be a platform where all Professionals would look forward to. CONFERENCE THEME The Conference theme is GLOBAL OUTLOOK OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY. The Sub Themes include: Sustainable Technology and Innovation Globalisation and Industrial Development Women and Sustainable Community Women Empowerment More details about the Conference can be found at ABSTRACT SUBMISSION Abstracts shall be of words in MS Word format Typeface: Times New Roman Line spacing: 1 Type Size: 10 points justified Style: Align left The abstract should include the title of the paper, keywords, name(s) of the author(s) and organisation(s). Submission of abstract is to be accompanied by CV and photo of author. Abstracts to be submitted by to: wiset2018@gmail.com. Conference proceedings will be published with ISBN number and may be sent for indexing in IFI or SCOPUS. IMPORTANT DATES Deadline for Abstract Submission : 15 NOV 2017 End of Early Bird Registration : 31 MAR 2018 Notification of Abstract Acceptance : 15 DEC 2017 Deadline for Full Paper Submission : 08 FEB 2018 Notification of Full Paper Acceptance : 15 APR 2018 Camera Ready Paper : 17 MAY

3 TENTATIVE PROGRAMME 16th July 2018 (Monday) Time Activity 4:00 PM 6:00 PM Pre-registration for WiSET th July, 2018 (Tuesday) 1st Day of Conference Time Activity 8:00 AM 9:00 AM Registration for WiSET :00 AM 10:00 AM KEYNOTE ADDRESS 1 10:00 AM Official Opening Ceremony 10:10 AM Welcome Speech by Organising Chairman 10:20 AM Message from President of The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) AM 10:45 AM Opening Speech by Guest of Honour 10:45 AM 11:15 AM Photo Session / Morning Break (Exhibition Tour for VIP) 11:15 AM 11:45 AM SPEAKER 1 11:45 AM 12:45 PM Plenary Session 1: Women in STEM : Engage, Empower, Energize 12:45 PM 1:00 PM - Question and Answer Session 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Lunch 2:00 PM 2:30 PM SPEAKER 2 2:30 PM 3:00 PM SPEAKER 3 3:00 PM 3:15 PM - Question and Answer Session 3:15 PM 3:45 PM Evening Tea 3:45 PM 5:30 PM Pararallel Session 1: Sustainable technology and innovation Pararallel Session 2: Women and sustainable community 5:45 PM 7:45 PM Gala High Tea / Cultural Show (sponsored event) 18th July 2018 (Wednesday) 2nd Day of Conference Time Activity 9:00 AM 10:00 AM KEYNOTE ADDRESS 2 10:00 AM 10:30 AM SPEAKER 4 10:30 AM 10:45 AM - Question and Answer Session 10:45 AM 11:15 AM Morning Break 11:15 AM 1:00PM Parallel Session 3 Globalization and Industrial Development Pararallel Session 4 Women Empowerment 3

4 Time Activity 1:00 PM 2:15 PM Lunch 2:15 PM 2:45 PM SPEAKER 5 2:45 PM 3:15 PM SPEAKER 6 3:15 PM 3:30 PM - Question and Answer Session 3:30 PM 4:00 PM Evening Tea 4:00 PM 5:15 PM Plenary Session 2 - The 4th Revolution: Empowering STEM, surpassing challenges & transcending boundaries 5:15 PM 5:30 PM Question and Answer Session 5:30 PM 6:00 PM Closing Conference 19th July 2018 (Thursday) Site / Culcural Visit 9:00 AM 12.30PM Technical and Cultural Visit 12:30 PM Site ORGANIZING COMMITTEE ORGANISING CHAIRMAN CO- CHAIRMAN I CO- CHAIRMAN II SECRETARY & TREASURER COMMITTEE MEMBERS ADVISORS Ir. Raftah Mahfar Ir. Sharifah Azlina Binti Raja Kamal Pasmah Datin Sri Ir. Nor Asiah Binti Othman Ir. Suhana Bte Abdul Majid Ir. Mah Siew Kien Dr. Habibah Haron Ms. Jesse Yong Li Chun Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zahiraniza Mustafa Ms. Sumathi A/P Subramaniam YBhg Datuk Ir. Rosaline Ganendra YBhg Datin Paduka Ir. Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir 4

INTRODUCTION TO IEM WOMEN ENGINEERS SECTION The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) was established in 1959 and its primary function is to promote and advance the science and profession of

5 INTRODUCTION TO IEM WOMEN ENGINEERS SECTION The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) was established in 1959 and its primary function is to promote and advance the science and profession of engineering in any or all its disciplines and to facilitate the exchange of information and ideas related to engineering. IEM s mission: i. IEM shall promote sound professional engineering practice in support of the socio-economic development objectives of the nation. ii. iii. IEM shall service the needs and interests of its members and the public and uphold the social standing and image of the engineering profession. IEM shall contribute towards nation building and shall strive to enhance society s consciousness of science, engineering and technology. The IEM Women Engineers Section (IEM WE) was formed in 2014 to cultivate all the talented women engineers around to express their desires and ideas to promote and advance the theory and practice of engineering, in line with IEM s objective. IEM WE will be organizing the 2nd International Conference of Women in Science, Engineering and Technology (WiSET 2018) from 17 th July to 19 th July With the theme Global Outlook of Women in Science, Engineering & Technology, the conference aims to engage, inspire and build next generation women in Science, Engineering and Technology. The conference s goal is to empower women in Science, Engineering and Technology through entrepreneurship, energize future leaders and build excitement in STEM fields. Overall, this event will promote globalization and integration amongst women in Science, Engineering and Technology. Women in Science, Engineering and Technology (WiSET) was a brainchild of Women Engineers Section, IEM and had its inaugural event in KUALA LUMPUR CITY CENTRE Kuala Lumpur (KL) is like a melting pot of all the wonderful cultures that make up Asia. As the capital of Malaysia, it epitomises the nation's slogan "simply Asia". From art to history to food, one's senses are embraced by the city's dynamic surroundings. This is a majestic city that was founded in 1857 and now in the 21st Century it brings together the past, the present and the future. There is so much to see in Kuala Lumpur - Chinatown with charming old buildings and makeshift shops, then there's Little India while the Jamek Mosque which celebrates its centenary in 2014, is one of the oldest mosques in the city. These historical landmarks blend in superbly with the modern day ones. The KL Tower is one of the world's tallest concrete structures which functions as a telecommunication tower. The skyline of Kuala Lumpur is dominated by a structure that is famous the world over - the tallest Twin Towers in the world known as the Petronas Towers. 5

If it s food that's your thing then KL is the place to be

tempt any taste bud from the many hawker centres through

Another activity that you could definitely look forward

CONFERENCE VENUE The Conference will be held at the Kuala

Lumpur City Centre, famously known as KLCC.

international events throughout the year and it is well

please visit http://www.klccconventioncentre.

quality, comfort and price would be available near the

Mandarin Oriental KL InterContinental KL Le Apple

KL Hotel Maya Impiana KLCC Traders Hotel Corus Hotel

6 If it s food that's your thing then KL is the place to be because this place is a feast for the senses and will tempt any taste bud from the many hawker centres through to some of the finest restaurants. Another activity that you could definitely look forward to is shopping in KL. CONFERENCE VENUE The Conference will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre which is situated at the Kuala Lumpur City Centre, famously known as KLCC. Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre holds many local and international events throughout the year and it is well known in global market For more information on the venue, please visit ACCOMMODATION A wide range of hotels of varying quality, comfort and price would be available near the Conference venue such as. Mandarin Oriental KL InterContinental KL Le Apple Boutique Hotel Hotel Istana Grand Hyatt Grand Millennium KL Hotel Maya Impiana KLCC Traders Hotel Corus Hotel Aparthotel Fraser Place KL Shangri-la KL Westin KL Ascott Apartment KL Aparthotel E&O Residences Scholars Inn, UTM Residency UTM Kuala Lumpur Please refer to the conference website at 6

7 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia Bangunan Ingenieur, Lot 60&62, Jalan 52/4, P.O. Box 223 (Jalan Sultan) Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, MALAYSIA Tel. No.: +(603) Fax No.: +(603) Conference Registration Fee Participants Category Normal (after 31 March 2018) Ringgit Malaysia Registration Fee Early Bird (before 31 March 2018) Ringgit Malaysia IEM/RISM Members Presenting Authors Non-IEM Members Non-Members - International IEM/RISM Student Members* Non-IEM Members International Students* Accompanying persons* *Entitled to Pen drive. Not entitled to Conference bag and Gala Dinner

8 PAYMENT METHOD For your convenience, we have arranged ways for you to pay your registration fees, ranging from payment by Banker s Draft, Telegraphic or Online Transfer or credit card. Please take note that payment should, where necessary, include all bank charges. If you are a paper author, please also indicate your paper ID when making payment for traceability purpose. In summary, you can make payments as follows. (a) Local cheque/banker s cheque made payable to THE INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS, MALAYSIA. (b) Telegraphic or Online Bank Transfer (Please forward soft copy of payment advice):- Account Name: THE INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS, MALAYSIA Account Number: Bank Name: Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad Bank Address: SS2 Branch, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Swift Code: MFBBMYKL Card Type: VISA MASTERCARD EXPIRY DATE: Card Number: Cardholder s Name: Signature Date CANCELLATION POLICY: IEM reserves the right to postpone, reschedule, allocate or cancel the course. Full refund less 30% if cancellation is received in writing more than 7 days before start date of the event. No cancellation will be accepted prior to the date of the event. However, replacement or substitute may be made at any time with prior notification and substitute will be charged according to membership status. NO SHOW POLICY Should the paper author fail to show up for presentation of his/her paper during the allotted time slot, the paper will not be included in the final publication of the proceedings even though registration fee had been made. 8

9 ADVERTISEMENT BOOKING FORM The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia Bangunan Ingenieur, Lot 60&62, Jalan 52/4, P.O. Box 223 (Jalan Sultan) Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, MALAYSIA Tel. No.: +(603) Fax No.: +(603) Tick Location Advertisement Rates Inside Front Page RM 5, Outside Back Page / Inside Back Page RM 3, Inside Page RM 2, We wish to advertise in the Souvenir Programme as indicated ( ) above and enclose herewith Banker s Cheque / Local Cheque No.. issued to The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia for the sum of Ringgit Malaysia.. Contact Name: Organization: Position: Mailing Address: Contact No.: Date:. Signature:. Company Stamp: 9

10 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Type of Sponsor Amount (RM) Sponsor s Entitlement Above (1) Platinum 50, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings (b) 2 Top organization managers invited to official functions (c) 4 Free conference participants (2) Gold 30, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings (b) 2 Top organization managers invited to official functions (c) 2 Free conference participants (3) Silver 10, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings ` (b) 1 Top organization manager invited to official functions (c) 1 Free conference participant (4) Bronze 5, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings (b) 1 Top organization manager invited to official functions (conference opening ceremony only) (c) 1 Free conference participant (5) Gala High Tea / Cultural Show 60, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings (b) 2 Top organization managers invited to official functions (c) 2 Top organization managers invited to the sponsored Gala High Tea (d) 4 Free conference participants. (6) Conference Bags 33, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings (b) 2 Top organization manager invited to official functions (c) 2 Free conference participants (d) Inscription & Company Logo printed on conference bag (e) 3 Sample bags will be given for record (7) Lunch Day 1 20, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings Lunch Day 2 (b) 1 Top organization manager invited to official functions (c) 1 Free conference participants (d) 1 Top organization manager invited to the sponsored banquet (e) Pamphlet distribution & Display banners at banquet hall entrance (8) Lanyards 15, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings Pen drive (b) 1 Free conference participants (c) Inscription & Company Logo printed on Lanyard/Pen drive (9) Cash Donation 1, (a) Acknowledgement in the Conference Proceedings 10

11 SPONSORSHIP FORM The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia Bangunan Ingenieur, Lot 60&62, Jalan 52/4, P.O. Box 223 (Jalan Sultan) Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, MALAYSIA Tel. No.: +(603) Fax No.: +(603) Sponsorship We would like to sponsor WiSET2018 as ticked in the box and enclose herewith Banker s Cheque / Local Cheque No.. issued to The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia for the sum of Ringgit Malaysia.. Organization: Contact Person: Position: Postal Address: Contact No.: Office No.: Fax No.: Mobile No. Date:. Signature:. Company Stamp: 11

ANNOUNCEMENT 2. THE 2 nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF JULY 2018 KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE MALAYSIA THEME: GLOBAL OUTLOOK OF

ANNOUNCEMENT 2. THE 2 nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF JULY 2018 KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE MALAYSIA THEME: GLOBAL OUTLOOK OF ANNOUNCEMENT 2 THE 2 nd INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Main Organizers: In collaboration with: 17-19 JULY 2018 KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE MALAYSIA THEME: GLOBAL